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Discover our secret woodland garden

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An enchanting garden in the heart of the New Forest

Enjoy rare and beautiful plants, discover hidden fairy doors and relax in our traditional English tearoom.

Furzey Gardens is a place to unwind, discover and fall in love with.

Your visit supports work experience and opportunities for people with learning disabilities.

The gardens and tea rooms are open daily throughout spring and summer.  Visit midweek for a calm and relaxing escape from the day to day. Plan your visit today!

Upcoming events

Apple Day

Saturday 18 October

Our annual celebration of seasonal fruit returns for a fourth year.  Apple tasting | Apple juicing | Games and family fun

The Great Garden Spin

25 October – 2 November

Become an autumn explorer this half term with our kids craft and garden activity.

Latest news and blogs from the gardens

What to see in September

What to see in September

With fewer visitors, late summer blooms and the start of riotous autumn colour this is one of the very best times to visit the gardens.

Gardening tips and advice for July

Gardening tips and advice for July

“Plants need water to live, so it’s important to water them. I water here in the morning.” It’s a gentle habit that helps plants, and people, grow with confidence. Find out more tips and advice from the team at Furzey

A place where people thrive

Furzey Gardens is a special place of tranquility and wonder, where anybody can escape from the pressures of everyday life.

It is home to a community of gardeners with learning disabilities who are at the heart of the garden.

Every day, people are gaining skills and confidence through helping to maintain the gardens, serving in the tea rooms and nurturing plants in our onsite plant nursery.

Your entrance donations and memberships are supporting their vital work.

With your support the team are achieving remarkable things, including RHS gold medals.